Monthly Archives: November 2023

Deep learning in cardiovascular imaging: 4 key takeaways for cardiologists

3. Examples of deep learning in action DL is already being used in several ways to boost care for cardiovascular imaging patients—and this is most likely just the very beginning. Examples of DL in action include: Image planning on cardiac MR images Guiding novice users through image acquisition Reducing noise on CT images Improving image […]

Flu season has started early — these charts show where infections are rising fastest in the US

Flu season has started early again this year. Cases of the flu are rising throughout the country, especially in southern states. Advertisement Flu season is ramping up just in time for the holidays. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shared new flu data, updated on November 17, which showed that cases of respiratory illnesses […]

Can the Flu Vaccine Protect Against Heart Attack?

Among a cohort of patients who received a flu vaccine, there was a 26% decreased risk of heart attacks and a 33% reduction in cardiovascular deaths, according to one study. These findings suggest a connection between influenza vaccination and reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). Hand holding vial with vaccine against corona virus | Thaut […]

Bobcats beat the Griz in this year’s Red Cross of Montana Blood Battle

BOZEMAN — Although Montana prevailed over Montana State in the 122nd Brawl of the Wild, Bobcat fans rolled up their sleeves and donated enough blood to win this year’s Red Cross of Montana Blood Battle. The annual Cat-Griz blood battle saw 124 units of blood from the Montana State side, with team Griz donating 115 […]

Mystery illness infecting dogs in LA County; Here’s what is known and how to deal with it

Los Angeles County public health authorities on Tuesday, Nov. 21, urged dog owners and veterinarians to take precautions after a mysterious canine respiratory illness, which has been previously reported in other states, appears to have infected animals locally. Since Thursday, Nov. 16, the L.A. County Public Health Department has received 10 case reports from veterinarians […]

Outpatient stewardship intervention at Mayo Clinic linked to fewer unnecessary antibiotics

dragana991 / iStock Long-COVID diagnoses and long-term symptoms among nonhospitalized adults were tied to 43% and 44% increases in the costs of primary care, respectively, in the United Kingdom, according to a study published yesterday in BMC Primary Care. A team led by University of Birmingham researchers analyzed data in the Clinical Practice Research Datalink […]

Expert explains what you’re doing wrong when you use toilet paper

Experts have revealed that wiping incorrectly can lead to pain and infections Some scientists say we should ditch the toilet paper altogether  READ MORE: Wiping your backside: What you’re doing right and wrong By Emily Joshu Health Reporter For Dailymail.Com Published: 15:54 EST, 21 November 2023 | Updated: 15:56 EST, 21 November 2023

McFarland blood drive honors former Red Cross director

“John was an amazing man and he touched a lot of people in the community and all over the state of Mississippi,” said Denise Smith, senior account manager for Red Cross recruitment, Alabama/Mississippi Region. His years of service are reflected in longtime donors like Ed Ramos, who’s been donating off and on since 1977. “They […]